Instead of a traditional sit down meal guests enjoyed a magnificent treat of slender sandwiches, crusts off of course. Guests were seated across 3 interconnecting restaurant rooms, creating a wonderful atmosphere. Speeches then took place in the Long Bar with a few tipples.
The bride had acquired a beautiful collection of glass cake stands for Chef and his team to adorn with homemade goodies: Tier 1 was dressed with watercress leaves and sandwiches - succulent salmon and cucumber, sweet pickle and cheese, tender beef and horseradish . Tier 2 featured home baked mini lemon meringues and (oh so melt in the mouth chocolatey) fudge cakes. Tier 3 shone with beacon like scones and jars of fresh strawberries and cream.
In fact there were over 80 scones freshly made and served warm.
This was a wedding with a difference, very 'on trend' with the afternoon tea and superbly delivered ;)
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| Afternoon tea cake stands being prepared with precision. |
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| Getting ready for the drinks reception. |
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| The historic restaurant filled with superb ideas from the bride and groom. |
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| Sandwiches being prepared just before serving. |
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| The Panelled Room being set for afternoon tea, just candles to add. |
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| The Restaurant, awaiting the wedding guests. |
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| Behind the scenes jars of strawberries and cream are being created |
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| The masterpieces being put together in the kitchens. |
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| Freshly baked scones keeping warm. |
